Looking to cool down a little? Here are some things that various cultures traditionally use to cool down in hot climates:
1. Thailand: Ginger. Most of Thailand is tropical and humid throughout the year and pungent ginger tea - hot or...
Why is it that once we find ourselves well and truly into adulthood, we start to panic about impending birthdays? The truth is, age really is just a number and provided we are doing the right things to our...
One of the most common concerns I hear from juice skeptics is about how expensive produce (and as a result, juicing) is. These concerns are often justified. I have spent many-a-grocery store trip leaving with a receipt upwards of...
When you ask someone why they eat a lot of raw foods, one of the things they may say is that they eat raw foods to obtain the benefits of live enzymes. But is this really accurate or an...
Candida. What is it? How do you know if you have it? What do you do about it if you do have it? These are all great questions! Questions that we are asked very often here on Young and Raw....
So you've been running 5 miles a day, keeping a food journal and eating plenty of greens and you still can't move that last 3, 4 or 5 lbs. You are not alone. Millions of people suffer from the...
My Pinterest boards are overflowing with pictures of gorgeous pantries stocked with raw goodies and beautiful Vitamix blenders and Excalibur dehydrators. But for now, as a full time college student with a part time job, those pins will have...
We’ve already heard how Fermented Foods Can Heal Your Gut and Make Your Skin Glow thanks to health and wellness expert, Simone Samuels. But where does this ancient preservation technique come from and why has is gotten away from...
Cancer is a growing health risk for much of the Western world, and over the next decade some experts suggest that 50% of the population will develop cancer. The figures are shocking, and it is fortunate that advances in...
Trying to eat healthy while you're away from a kitchen to prepare or store food can be tough! That being said, there are plenty of solutions for you to create a healthy lifestyle from your office or when you're...